Boycotting fast food for 2012 .... Who's in ???
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Subway *is* fast food!
not if you walk to it and from it on your lunch break and get a turkey with no condiments and loaded veggies on wheat.. no soda, chips are cookies... thats good enough for me0 -
I've been avoiding fast food since I started. I've been waiting on you guys. Let's do this the right way.
Hell Yeah!!!0 -
I join! (But, Subway does NOT count as FF)0
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Wish I could join you but it would be a lie. Over the years I have learned that if I deny myself the weight loss doesn't work. Not that I eat alot of fried food, just a bite here and there. Good luck to you though!!!0
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With being vegetarian, grain free, dairy free, etc. I already avoid fast/convenience foods. In a pinch I will do Subway salad with dressing on the side or my own dressing. not a bad choice.
Pam0 -
Subway *is* fast food!
not if you walk to it and from it on your lunch break and get a turkey with no condiments and loaded veggies on wheat.. no soda, chips are cookies... thats good enough for me
or cookies.. none for me lol sorry i type faster than i think0 -
I can't discourage you from your positive goals you're all making, but do consider what a poster said above about ordering better foods off the menu. Subway and Pita Pit is not all that much better than the other fast food places! Just like anywhere else--it depends on what you order and how often! When you restrict yourself from a food altogether, you are more likely to feel like a failure if you break your own expectation. If you haven't read how bad and processed subway is, go look into it. Turkey is the only sensible sandwich to get, but they don't even put on that much. You're still eating all carbs for the most part. The wheat bread is mostly white bread with dye. You are better off eating at Chipotle.
At Chipotle, either split a burrito bowl or have your own soft taco.
In a burrito bowl I get:
3 scoops beans (protein and fiber!)
small scoop brown rice
Peppers/Onions
Mild Salsa
Medium Salsa
Corn Salsa
Lettuce
Little guacamole
Little sour cream
Little cheese
The last three ingredients aren't bad for you. They have good fats, just be sure they do only put on a little!
Ughh I hate to be negative here, I just want you guys to be aware! The only time I lost more than 10 pounds in my life, I was ADDING food to my diet, (healthy things) and didn't purposefully restrict anything! I've lost 40 pounds total in two years. Thats why I'm so passionate about this, but I recognize everyone has different bodies and mindsets.
Good luck, happy new year!0 -
If anyone has a Smoothie King by them... they don't count either.. just because it has a drive thru, people consider it fast food, but most are healthy0
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I can't discourage you from your positive goals you're all making, but do consider what a poster said above about ordering better foods off the menu. Subway and Pita Pit is not all that much better than the other fast food places! Just like anywhere else--it depends on what you order and how often! When you restrict yourself from a food altogether, you are more likely to feel like a failure if you break your own expectation. If you haven't read how bad and processed subway is, go look into it. Turkey is the only sensible sandwich to get, but they don't even put on that much. You're still eating all carbs for the most part. The wheat bread is mostly white bread with dye. You are better off eating at Chipotle.
At Chipotle, either split a burrito bowl or have your own soft taco.
In a burrito bowl I get:
3 scoops beans (protein and fiber!)
small scoop brown rice
Peppers/Onions
Mild Salsa
Medium Salsa
Corn Salsa
Lettuce
Little guacamole
Little sour cream
Little cheese
The last three ingredients aren't bad for you. They have good fats, just be sure they do only put on a little!
Ughh I hate to be negative here, I just want you guys to be aware! The only time I lost more than 10 pounds in my life, I was ADDING food to my diet, (healthy things) and didn't purposefully restrict anything! I've lost 40 pounds total in two years. Thats why I'm so passionate about this, but I recognize everyone has different bodies and mindsets.
Good luck, happy new year!
what is chipotle?0 -
I rarely eat fast food although I love McDonalds fries. About three years ago I cut down my fast food intake to maybe once a month (bc I have two little ones and I wanted them to see Fast Food as more of a special occassion kind of thing instead of a regular meal), now if I get any fast food, my stomach kills and it just reminds as to why I cut it out in the first place. Good luck to you all because it is tough!
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I almost died the first time that I added up how many calories I ate at Subway! Now I just make better choices when I go there, and other places for that matter. I am also another one that can't give up fries. I love those things oh and tacos! But if you workout or eat lower calories the rest of the day you are still ok. Isn't what you eat 90% of the time anyways?0
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I have been on my healthy lifestyle change since Feb 2011 and havent eaten out since then, No fast food no subway no Mexican restaurants! Do I miss it.. Hell no!
Thats why I have lost 100 lbs!0 -
I haven't had one bite of fast food since 2005, so why not? I'm in.0
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HELLLLLLL YES! IM IN...0
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i cant give up my occasional roast beef sandwich from Arby's or salads from some places that are not bad on calories and I use my own fat free dressing instead of their calorie laden one.
I dont fry anything at home and dont think the occasional good choice of fast food will do me in. So I guess I'll continue with what has been working for me for the last 10 weeks.0 -
Subway *is* fast food!
I agree, I once ate there instead of eating my lunch at work. When I logged what I ate (I thought was pretty reasonable) it was close to 1000 calories (no condiments, was the meat and bread that got me!). So you really have to be aware when eating there. It is so delicious though!
OUCH! Really?
I eat subway weekly, and mine never exceeds 400 calories...0 -
Haven't touched the big ones in over 6 years!!! I stopped craving it after a month or so...and now I think I have my kids brainwashed into thinking that food will kill you!! LOL!!! Good luck on your journey to awesome health!!! 0 -
I'm in!!!0
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I try to avoid it at all costs not because of the calories because you can choose low calorie options at all of the above, it is the SODIUM that is the killer at all of them which I steer clear of.
VERY rarely I have a fast food binge and eat all the stuff that is terrible for me (like today, I just about broke down the door at Burger King). Then I guzzle down about a gallon of water and that is about all I eat for the day,....one meal of total crap!0 -
I have been on my healthy lifestyle change since Feb 2011 and havent eaten out since then, No fast food no subway no Mexican restaurants! Do I miss it.. Hell no!
Thats why I have lost 100 lbs!
That's my issue, I ate too much fast food... I am inspired by you.. I hope to be close to your achievements this time next year .. may I add?0 -
A whole year? :noway: Nah, can't do it. Sometimes I just have to have a burger & fries. Or pizza. Or milkshake. Or cheesecake. Or.....wait, what were we talking about?:laugh: But I'm impressed with anyone who can do this! Go for it!0
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Wait... do you consider Starbucks fast food????? Or a hella large diet coke from Mickey D's? I'm sorry I teach 9th graders and need all the caffine I can get at 6am!
But if the answer is no to all of the above - I"M SO IN!0 -
I'm in! My New Years' resolution in 2008 was to give up fast food and I did it for 6 months (which is a small miracle for me!). I LOVE fast food and in my mind I know it's so gross for me and my body, but my tastebuds say "YES, YES, YES!!!". :laugh: I even give up Dunkin Donuts and for a "New Englandah" this is the biggest challenge of all!
I started giving up fast food again about a month ago. This means no Dunkin', no Taco Bell (oh how I will miss you the second most!!), no McD's, no Burger King, no KFC, and no Wendy's. Of course, my promise to give up Wendy's may break if they bring their mushroom melt burger back! It only comes once a year and I only need 1!! I only eat Subway on occasion but if I find myself unprepared and in need of something to eat quick, I vow I will eat turkey with a buttload of veggies! :laugh:0 -
what is chipotle?
The food place of the Gods. Seriously, you walk in, and hear a choir of angels pulling you to the order line, where, in 5 minutes, you can get the most mouthwatering, taste bud orgasim causing mexican food ever. football sized burritos, bowls filled to the brim with Guacamole and Cheese, and Fresh tortilla chips with the perfect amount of salt...
Oh man. So Good.0 -
Wait... do you consider Starbucks fast food????? Or a hella large diet coke from Mickey D's? I'm sorry I teach 9th graders and need all the caffine I can get at 6am!
But if the answer is no to all of the above - I"M SO IN!
I use to work for Starbucks... If you want to stay drinking it, the key to it is all about "non fat milk" and "sugarfree" syrups... it cuts your calorie intake by 2/3rds.. If you are addicted to frappacinos.. tell them the "light" version and ask for "non fat milk".. most stores have the light version in 2% or nonfat0 -
what is chipotle?
The food place of the Gods. Seriously, you walk in, and hear a choir of angels pulling you to the order line, where, in 5 minutes, you can get the most mouthwatering, taste bud orgasim causing mexican food ever. football sized burritos, bowls filled to the brim with Guacamole and Cheese, and Fresh tortilla chips with the perfect amount of salt...
Oh man. So Good.
they dont have it here in new orleans, no clue...0 -
Wait... do you consider Starbucks fast food????? Or a hella large diet coke from Mickey D's? I'm sorry I teach 9th graders and need all the caffine I can get at 6am!
But if the answer is no to all of the above - I"M SO IN!
I use to work for Starbucks... If you want to stay drinking it, the key to it is all about "non fat milk" and "sugarfree" syrups... it cuts your calorie intake by 2/3rds.. If you are addicted to frappacinos.. tell them the "light" version and ask for "non fat milk".. most stores have the light version in 2% or nonfat
So true! I actually treated myself to a Vanilla Bean Frap. a few days ago. Tall, Nonfat, No whip, only 170 Calories.0 -
Wait... do you consider Starbucks fast food????? Or a hella large diet coke from Mickey D's? I'm sorry I teach 9th graders and need all the caffine I can get at 6am!
But if the answer is no to all of the above - I"M SO IN!
I use to work for Starbucks... If you want to stay drinking it, the key to it is all about "non fat milk" and "sugarfree" syrups... it cuts your calorie intake by 2/3rds.. If you are addicted to frappacinos.. tell them the "light" version and ask for "non fat milk".. most stores have the light version in 2% or nonfat
Trust me, I looked up the calorie info when i first started MFPing (and yes, I really just turned MFP into a verb!) I now order my latte's skinny - nonfat milk, sugar free syrup and no whip! SO SO GOOD and a ton less calories!0 -
I think it's an out-west thing. It just a burrito place. It's really good, and their food is natural and season-scheduled, but it can get really High in calories. They a infamous for giving you a TON of Rice and beans, and then most people get the Guacamole, cheese, and sour cream added on. It's good, it tastes really fresh, and you might think it i healthy, but most items from their menu have 800-1000 calories.
what is chipotle?
The food place of the Gods. Seriously, you walk in, and hear a choir of angels pulling you to the order line, where, in 5 minutes, you can get the most mouthwatering, taste bud orgasim causing mexican food ever. football sized burritos, bowls filled to the brim with Guacamole and Cheese, and Fresh tortilla chips with the perfect amount of salt...
Oh man. So Good.
they dont have it here in new orleans, no clue...0 -
I've boycott fast food for 18 months, of course I'm in!!
Good for you
Watch any of these documentaries, you might be able to find them on youtube, & it will definitely help you stay on track!
http://evolvingwellness.com/posts/998/get-to-know-your-food-6-must-see-documentaries-about-your-food/0
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